The University of Florida, Florida Museum of Natural History (FLMNH), has identified remains of two individuals believed to be of Native American ancestry from a site in Duval County, Florida. These remains are culturally affiliated with the Seminole Tribe of Florida and The Muscogee (Creek) Nation. The notice, issued under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), states that repatriation of these remains may begin on or after April 16, 2025. Competing requests for repatriation will be considered, and the most appropriate requestor will be determined by the FLMNH.
Simple Explanation
The University of Florida found two sets of Native American bones and plans to give them back to the Seminole and Muscogee tribes. They are working out how to decide who should get the bones if there are more than one request.